Trust My Passport Ultra to help protect your precious memories and confidential files. You can set an optional password to activate 256-bit hardware encryption and add an extra layer of security for your private files. Because it's hardware-based encryption, it won't impact the speed of your transfers or slow down your computer.

Powerful, smart backup software

WD Backup is our most powerful backup software yet. It's easier than ever to use and requires minimal system resources while it's running. Set a backup schedule to automatically safeguard your files on a schedule that fits your life. WD Backup can also back up to your Dropbox account to provide another level of file protection.

Sleek design with high capacity

With extreme capacities in the palm of your hand, My Passport Ultra is an ideal companion for your laptop or compatible tablets. Available in a range of exciting colors, you can find your favorite and complement your lifestyle.

Ultra-fast transfer rates

The power of USB 3.0 lets you access and save files in blazing-fast speed. Best of all, no separate power supply is needed.

Works great with Windows

Formatted NTFS to work right out of the box with Windows. Download the free Windows 8 app to easily discover the digital media stored on your My Passport Ultra drive. Can also be reformatted to work with Mac OS X.

WD knows your data is important, so we build our drives to demanding requirements for durability, shock tolerance and long-term reliability. And for peace of mind, we back up our reliability with a 3-year limited warranty.